1970 Willie McCovey SF Giants Game-Used and Signed Road Jersey

Extraordinary Willie McCovey San Francisco Giants road flannel dating from the peak of his career. McCovey hit 39 home runs in 1970, many of them wearing this very uniform, and led the league in home run percentage for the fourth consecutive season. McCovey was one of the most feared sluggers in the history of the game, and is one of the few members of the elite "500 Home-Run Club." The jersey reads "San Francisco" across the front, and has McCovey's number "4" on the reverse. "McCovey" is chain-stitched in the collar. The jersey has all proper tagging complete and intact, including the Rawlings manufacturers label (size 44), below which is chain-stitched "44" and "70," denoting McCovey's player number and the year. McCovey has signed ("9") the front of the jersey with a very impressive large signature in black marker. This is an ideal signed Willie McCovey jersey. It is picture perfect in all respects. One of the finest jerseys in existence from this significant Hall of Famer. Light natural wear from use, but very well cared for over the years, in overall Excellent condition. LOAs from Dan Knoll & Dave Bushing/SCD Authentic and Mike Gutierrez/GAI and James Spence & Steve Grad/PSA DNA. Reserve $2,000. Estimate $4,000/$8,000.SOLD FOR $6,900.00

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